# Tech Trinkets Reflecting a youthful reliance on technology, USB jewelry offers modern integration. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Mar 27, 2014 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/tech-trinkets ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Tech Trinkets trend? **Tech Trinkets:** With the information age resulting in a shift towards more digitally based content and communication, convenient access to sources of technology has become increasingly important, particularity for tech-savvy youths. Aiming to satisfy a consumer need for increased tech accessibility, brands are merging such products as USBs with other market areas like jewelry to incorporate technology on a more routine level. The blending of tech and fashion reflects a move toward more diversified methods of digital attainability. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 8, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014 - Published: Mar 27, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Tech Trinkets trend ### Wearable Tech Integrating technology with fashion for consumer accessibility ### Dual-Functionality Combining technology with jewelry to provide more than one practical use ### Stealthy Tech Introducing hidden or disguised technology into fashionable accessories ## What the Tech Trinkets trend means for industry ### For Fashion Industry Collaborating with tech industry to create wearable fashion tech accessories ### For Technology Industry Incorporating different tech features and functionalities into accessories and wearables ### For Advertising and Marketing Industry Promoting dual functionality and disguised technology to appeal to consumers ## Trend signals for Tech Trinkets Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 65%, activity 57%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 65% - Activity: 57% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Tech Trinkets trend 5 featured examples from Jan 8, 2013 to Sep 16, 2014. - [USB-Embedded Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vilnvixn-intelligent-accessories): Vilnvixn Intelligent Accessories Ensure That Data Storage is Always Handy (Category: Tech) Implication: Exploration of the fashion accessories industry to incorporate technology and enhance convenience for consumers. - [Crystallized USB Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/necklace-pen-drives): These Rhinestone-Covered Necklace Pen Drives are Flashy Memory Sticks (Category: Fashion) Implication: Fashion accessory industry can explore incorporating technology into their product offerings with USB jewelry. - [Smartphone Charging Bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Charging-Cord): This Stylish Leopard Cuff is Actually a Concealed Charging Cord (Category: Tech) Implication: The fashion accessories industry can leverage the trend of wearable tech as fashion by incorporating tech features into their designs. - [Elegant Hard Drive Necklaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-usb): The Swarovski USB Necklaces Are Electronically-Minded (Category: Fashion) Implication: Fashion designers can incorporate hidden wearable devices in their accessories to add both functionality and style. - [Portable Tech Storage Jewellery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tek-bracelet): The Hand Crafted Leather ‘TEK Bracelet’ is Chicly Mult (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate technology into traditional fashion accessories, opening up new markets for innovative products. ## Recent trend clusters - [Aromatic Utility](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/aromatic-utility) (Fashion) - [Channel Blending](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/channel-blending) (Fashion) - [Aromatic Bodycare](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/aromatic-bodycare) (Fashion) - [Smile Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/smile-cosmetics) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Fruit-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-wristwatches) - [Athlete Beauty Ambassadorships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athlete-beauty-ambassadorships) - [Elegant Bookbinding-Inspired Shoulder Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boky-bag) - [’90s-Inspired Fall Essentials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-and-jason-bolden) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)